Research demonstrates that effective schools have high levels of parental and community engagement. This engagement is strongly related to improved student learning, attendance and behaviour. Family engagement can have a major impact on student learning, regardless of the social or cultural background of the family.Family-School Partnerships Framework: A guide for schools and families 2008

The aim of our project was to develop short videos which model core components of the new NSW English Syllabus and 21st Century Learning in our schools and also to model helpful tips which can be used outside the school environment.Donna SirmaisEquity Partnerships Officer

Donna Sirmais

This website has been created through a collaboration of the Equity Partnership Officer: Donna Sirmais Equity Consultant: Lizzie Chase Schools in Western Sydney: Blackheath PS, Kingswood Park PS, Hilltop Road PS and Bidwill PS

Lizzie Chase

With special thanks to

Principals

Meaghan WilsonKingswood Park public schoolNatalie SeeHilltop Road public schoolJane DaviesBlackheath public school